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UNODC is recruiting an International Individual Contractor (CON level) to support the Global Maritime Crime Programme in Nairobi. The role provides programme, technical, and administrative support including coordination, project management, research, and capacity-building on maritime crime and border management across the Western Indian Ocean region.
- Supports UNODC Global Maritime Crime Programme in Nairobi, with engagement across the Western Indian Ocean region
- Two years of professional experience in programme or project support required
- Fluency in English required; knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage
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UNODC is recruiting an International Individual Contractor (CON level) to support the Global Maritime Crime Programme in Nairobi. The role provides programme, technical, and administrative support including coordination, project management, research, and capacity-building on maritime crime and border management across the Western Indian Ocean region.
- Supports UNODC Global Maritime Crime Programme in Nairobi, with engagement across the Western Indian Ocean region
- Two years of professional experience in programme or project support required
- Fluency in English required; knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage
- Background in maritime affairs, logistics, or border management is desirable
- Prior experience within the United Nations system is an advantage
- Application deadline: October 21, 2026
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International Individual Contractor
UNODC - United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
Antananarivo, Djibouti, Nairobi
CON level
Speaks English, French
Application deadline: October 21, 2026 (7 days)
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Summary by Impactpool
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime is seeking an International Individual Contractor to support the Global Maritime Crime Programme in Nairobi. The contractor will provide technical and administrative support for programme implementation, management, and development related to maritime crime and border management. Responsibilities include coordinating activities, assisting in project management, conducting research, and supporting capacity-building initiatives. The role requires collaboration with national and international partners to enhance maritime security responses in the region.
Candidate Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of two years of professional experience in programme or project support
Experience in maritime affairs, logistics, or related fields
Familiarity with Western Indian Ocean region dynamics
Experience within the United Nations system is desirable
Fluency in English; knowledge of another UN language is an advantage
Result of Service
As an active member of the UNODC Global Maritime Crime Programme, provide efficient, timely, responsive, and high-quality programme, technical, and administrative support to GMCP activities, while also supporting the broader priorities of the Border Management Branch Africa Regional Coordinator, including. • Programme implementation is effectively supported through coordination with national counterparts, planning and logistical support for activities, assistance in the delivery of technical assistance and capacity-building initiatives, support to field missions, and the conduct of research and analysis related to maritime crime and border management trends in the region. • Programme management is supported through effective internal coordination and communication with UNODC colleagues and consultants, preparation and monitoring of work plans and budgets, support to procurement and administrative processes, financial tracking, and regular monitoring and reporting on project implementation progress. • Programme development and policy support are strengthened through monitoring emerging trends and technical assistance needs, preparation of briefing materials and analytical outputs, drafting of project proposals and concept notes, and support to outreach, coordination, and engagement with national, regional, and international partners and stakeholders.
Work Location
Nairobi, Kenya with possible travel to Comoros, Djibouti, DRC, Kenya, Madagascar, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, South Africa, Namibia, Angola, and Tanzania
Expected duration
10 November 2026- 9 December 2026
Duties and Responsibilities
The UNODC Global Maritime Crime Programme (GMCP), under the Border Management Branch (BMB), supports Member States in strengthening criminal justice and maritime security responses to transnational organized crime and other maritime threats across the Indian Ocean region. Through training, technical assistance, mentoring, and operational support, the programme works with maritime law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, judges, prison services, and other criminal justice actors to enhance capacities to prevent, detect, investigate, prosecute, and adjudicate piracy and broader maritime crime. In parallel, the Border Management Branch supports Member States in strengthening integrated border management, regional cooperation, information-sharing, and cross-border law enforcement coordination to address evolving security threats affecting the region. This position is located within the Western Indian Ocean (WIO) Team of the UNODC Border Management Branch’s Global Maritime Crime Programme (GMCP). The team falls under the UNODC Regional Office for Eastern Africa (ROEA), based in Nairobi, Kenya. The incumbent will perform their duties and responsibilities under the direct supervision of the Associate Programme Officer for the Western Indian Ocean of the UNODC Global Maritime Crime Programme, based in Nairobi, supporting maritime capacity-building and border management initiatives in Comoros, Djibouti, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Kenya, Madagascar, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, South Africa, Namibia, Angola, and Tanzania. 2. Purpose of the assignment: The individual contractor will provide programme management support to the GMCP-WIO Regional Programme Coordinator and the Associate Programme Officer covering capacity building for maritime law enforcement and border management activities in the region. 3. Specific tasks to be performed by the Individual Contractor: Under the overall supervision of the UNODC Regional Representative, ROEA, and under the direct supervision and regular liaison with the Associate Programme Officer, GMCP Western Indian Ocean (WIO), the individual contractor will perform the following tasks: • Support the implementation, coordination, and evaluation of activities under GMCP-WIO, while also providing support to the Border Management Branch Africa Regional Coordinator, with approximately 80% of functions dedicated to GMCP activities and 20% supporting broader Border Management Branch regional priorities; • Support the identification of technical assistance and capacity-building needs and contributes to the development of sustainable strategies to strengthen the capacities of maritime law enforcement and criminal justice authorities in the region; • Assist in the review and implementation of projects/programmes and budgets, including the preparation and dissemination of costed work plans, terms of reference, and other programme-related documentation; • Contribute to policy coordination, research, and evaluation functions, including analysis of emerging trends and issues related to maritime crime and border management in the region; • Support the preparation of written outputs, including background papers, briefing notes, analytical reports, studies, presentations, and contributions to publications; • Provide administrative and technical support for consultative meetings, workshops, conferences, and other programme activities, including coordination of agendas, participants, logistics, and background documentation; • Support administrative and procurement-related processes, including preparation and follow-up of purchase requests, consultant contracts, payment requests, and related administrative actions in line with UN financial rules and procedures; • Support field missions and programme implementation activities across the region, including through logistical coordination, administrative support, data collection, and liaison with counterparts and partners.
Qualifications/special skills
High school diploma or equivalent is required. • A minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in programme or project support and coordination, maritime affairs, port and shipping operations, logistics, research and analysis, or other related fields is required. • Experience working in the Western Indian Ocean region or familiarity with regional maritime and security dynamics is desirable. • Experience within the United Nations system or other international organizations is desirable. • Global and internationally acquired working experience and expertise in project support and coordination, maritime affairs, ports, logistics, research and analysis, or other related fields is required
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in English, i.e. oral and written proficiency, is required. Knowledge of another United Nations official language is an advantage.
Additional Information
Not available.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
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Summary by Impactpool
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime is seeking an International Individual Contractor to support the Global Maritime Crime Programme in Nairobi. The contractor will provide technical and administrative support for programme implementation, management, and development related to maritime crime and border management. Responsibilities include coordinating activities, assisting in project management, conducting research, and supporting capacity-building initiatives. The role requires collaboration with national and international partners to enhance maritime security responses in the region.
Candidate Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of two years of professional experience in programme or project support
Experience in maritime affairs, logistics, or related fields
Familiarity with Western Indian Ocean region dynamics
Experience within the United Nations system is desirable
Fluency in English; knowledge of another UN language is an advantage
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International Individual Contractor
UNODC - United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
Antananarivo, Djibouti, Nairobi
CON level
Speaks English, French
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